The Olympic Council of Ireland announced the Team Ireland leaders for the Rio Olympic Games 2016 this morning and Paul McGinley is the Team Leader for the golfers.

The Dubliner was widely praised for his work masterminding Europe’s victory in the Ryder Cup in September, with his meticulous preparation and team selection seen as key to their success.

McGinley also has a close relationship with Rory McIlroy, who confirmed earlier this year that he would represent Ireland in the Olympics.

The World number one was full of praise for McGinley after the Ryder Cup.

Rory McIlroy will be part of Ireland's golf team in Rio

“I can’t say enough about the captain,” McIlroy said. “Paul McGinley has been absolutely immense this week. He has left no stone unturned.”

Full list of Team Leaders

Athletics: Kevin Ankrom

Badminton: Tom Reidy

Boxing: Joseph Hennigan

Canoeing: Ike Jacob

Clay Pigeon Shooting: Jeffrey C McCready

Cycling: Brian Nugent

Golf : Paul McGinley

Gymnastics: Sally Filmer

Hockey: Mike Heskin

Horse Sport: Triona Connors

Judo: Ciaran Ward

Modern Pentathlon: Lindsey Weedon

Rowing: Morten Espersen

Rugby Football: Gillian McDarby

Sailing: James O’Callaghan

Swimming: Peter Banks

Triathlon: Chris Kitchen